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Leonardo da Vinci
Book • 2017
This biography by Walter Isaacson delves into the life of Leonardo da Vinci, highlighting his boundless curiosity, meticulous observation, and innovative spirit.
The book is based on thousands of pages from da Vinci's notebooks and new discoveries about his life and work.
It connects his artistic achievements to his scientific inquiries, showcasing how his genius unified art and science.
The narrative emphasizes da Vinci's skills such as passionate curiosity, careful observation, and a playful imagination, and it provides a vivid portrait of a polymath who was centuries ahead of his time in fields ranging from anatomy to engineering.
The book is based on thousands of pages from da Vinci's notebooks and new discoveries about his life and work.
It connects his artistic achievements to his scientific inquiries, showcasing how his genius unified art and science.
The narrative emphasizes da Vinci's skills such as passionate curiosity, careful observation, and a playful imagination, and it provides a vivid portrait of a polymath who was centuries ahead of his time in fields ranging from anatomy to engineering.
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Lex Fridman as one of Isaacson's books, covering personal stories and principles of striving for greatness.
Lex Fridman as one of Isaacson's books, covering personal stories and principles of striving for greatness.
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#395 – Walter Isaacson: Elon Musk, Steve Jobs, Einstein, Da Vinci & Ben Franklin
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Jesse Miller in relation to Isaacson's biography of Leonardo da Vinci, which featured numerous notebooks.
Jesse Miller in relation to Isaacson's biography of Leonardo da Vinci, which featured numerous notebooks.
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Ep. 292: Single-Purpose Notebooks
Mentioned by Gad Saad in the context of discussing his academic career and book publications.
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Ben Wilson while discussing da Vinci's life and work, highlighting Isaacson's biography as a source.
Ben Wilson while discussing da Vinci's life and work, highlighting Isaacson's biography as a source.
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Leonardo Da Vinci (Part 1)
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Scott Bessent as a biography that highlights creativity and the belief in possibilities.
Scott Bessent as a biography that highlights creativity and the belief in possibilities.
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RenMac Legends: A Conversation with Scott Bessent
Mentioned by Dan Harden as a recent read, highlighting his fascination with historical individuals and their accomplishments.
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Dan Harden: Form follows emotion—industrial design lessons from George Nelson to Steve Jobs
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Rob Dial while discussing the importance of mastering a skill and finding something to be passionate about.
Rob Dial while discussing the importance of mastering a skill and finding something to be passionate about.
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How To Create Freedom In Your Life
Mentioned as a source for the podcast episode on Leonardo da Vinci.
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Leonardo Da Vinci (Endnotes)
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Ryan Holiday while discussing the importance of journaling, referencing Isaacson's biography of Leonardo da Vinci and his journaling habits.
Ryan Holiday while discussing the importance of journaling, referencing Isaacson's biography of Leonardo da Vinci and his journaling habits.
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John Hillen as a way to learn about innovation and creativity through the life of Leonardo da Vinci.
John Hillen as a way to learn about innovation and creativity through the life of Leonardo da Vinci.
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